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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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